How Canadians Govern Themselves
What is 'the Opposition' in Canada's Parliament?
- ○Members of the public who protest government decisions
- ✓The party or parties that did not form the government and hold the government accountable
- ○Senators who vote against bills proposed by the House of Commons
- ○Provincial premiers who disagree with federal policy
Correct answer
The party or parties that did not form the government and hold the government accountable
The Opposition is made up of elected members from parties that did not form the government; their role is to scrutinize and challenge government decisions.
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